Ellen Pompeo received the 2,809th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrated by peers including Shonda Rhimes and Debbie Allen. She reflected on her career and team, while advocating for the arts and Hollywood Boulevard's upkeep.

Clark County Commissioners revive the Great Northwest Country Fest with free entry and BBQ on May 10 at the Lone Mountain Equestrian Park, featuring live country music, a farmer's market, and family-friendly activities.

Sammantha Kheav-Pech of Lynn won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery's new "$15,000,000 Colossal Millions" game. She took a lump sum of $650,000 before taxes. The selling store, 7-Eleven in Gloucester, gets a $10,000 bonus.

Alice Cooper's Solid Rock nonprofit opened its third Arizona teen center in Goodyear, offering music and arts activities to local youth, with the launch featuring a performance by Cooper.

The Great Smoky Mountains' synchronous fireflies event offers limited viewing through a lottery system opening on May 2, with a $1 application fee and a $29 reservation fee if selected.

The world's largest rubber duck is returning to Pennsylvania and will be displayed at Idlewild & SoakZone from June 27-29. The park has a full schedule of summer events, including a music showcase and fireworks for the Fourth of July.

Las Cruces invites entries for its Electric Light Parade on July 3, 2025. No fees required, but restrictions apply. Registration opens April 28, 2025.

Danita Wright from St. Johns County won $1 million from a Florida Lottery scratch-off ticket bought at Publix. She chose a $640,000 lump-sum payment. The 500X THE CASH game offers a $25 million top prize.

AC/DC delivered a high-energy performance at Allegiant Stadium on their 'Power Up' tour, kicking off with "If You Want Blood (You've Got It)." Their next show is April 30 in Detroit. Fans like Parker Reed expressed excitement on social media.

Green Day is receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, with a ceremony scheduled for May 1. The event will be live-streamed, and feature speakers Serena Williams and Ryan Reynolds.

Los Angeles anticipates traffic due to multiple events, including Beyoncé's tour kickoff at SoFi Stadium, with tickets available from $48. Fans are advised to plan for parking and traffic.

An unclaimed $392,256 lottery ticket sold in Fayetteville, NC, will expire next week if the winner does not come forward. The Carolina Cash 5 ticket matches all five winning numbers from the November 5 drawing.

The White Stripes have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, joining other acts in the 2025 class. The ceremony will be on November 8 in LA.